The PGDM Business Design & Innovation course at Welingkar Institute, offered on the Bangalore campus, involves an admission process that includes an entrance test like CMAT, alongside a Creativity Test, Group Discussion, and Personal Interview. The course is recognized for its excellent faculty, many of whom are experienced professionals from the industry, and is known for its strong brand and placement record. The total course fee is around Rs. 15 lakhs, including Rs.
10.4 lakhs for tuition and Rs. 90,000 annually for hostel accommodation, which is mandatory in the first year. Payment can be made via demand drafts, NEFT, RTGS, or cheques, and education loans are available to students through banks. The college boasts a placement rate of approximately 90% before April, with an average salary package of about 6.5 LPA. Companies like IBM, ICICI Bank, and Accenture participate in the placement process, with many students securing roles in the IT industry.
Although the pandemic affected some internships, the college provides these opportunities to all students, with typical stipends around 10,000 INR. Scholarships are limited, with a full fee waiver available to only one student, and no direct loan facilities are provided by the college.
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